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40 stories from and about Brent, mostly council & politics, culture & arts, business. The most recent ran on 13 September 2026. Page 2 of 2.
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Property & Planning · BrentBrent considers Wembley children's home conversion plan
Brent Council will formally assess an application to convert a Wembley semi-detached house into a children's home for three young people in care. The proposal, submitted under planning reference 26/1730, is one of 38 new applications published by the local authority this week.
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Council & Politics · BrentWembley shop fined £9,233 for selling banned oral tobacco
Namkeen Pan House in Wembley was prosecuted after Brent Council found banned oral tobacco hidden behind the counter. The shop faces a £9,233 fine, including penalties for the director and company, following a magistrates' ruling that called the offence a serious breach of regulations.
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Also affecting Brent
Borough-wide and national stories that name Brent or bear directly on it.
Transport & TfL · BarnetWestbound A406 closed overnight as Brent Cross flyover renewal begins
From 10 pm to 5 am on 30 September, the westbound A406 will close as TfL starts the Brent Cross flyover renewal. The two‑year scheme, funded with £10.8 million by the DfT, will remove a 7.5‑tonne weight restriction and involve lane changes through October.
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London constituencies record the lowest depression rates in England
Data from the House of Commons Library show nine of the ten UK constituencies with the smallest share of diagnosed depression are in London, led by Brent West at 6.66%. The capital also hosts the nation’s lowest neighbourhood rate at 4.2% in St John's Wood North.
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Council & Politics · LondonAndy Burnham backs Sadiq Khan for fourth term
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has declared his full support for Sadiq Khan to seek a fourth term as Mayor of London. Burnham dismissed accusations from Tory candidate James Cleverly that he is 'anti-London', calling the claim 'ludicrous'. A recent poll suggests Khan would win re-election comfortably.
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Business · LondonUK borrowing costs hit 28-year high as FTSE 100 drops 0.3%
The FTSE 100 fell 34.98 points on Tuesday as 10-year gilt yields reached 5.22%, the highest since 1996. Rising oil prices and eurozone inflation at 3.3% increased borrowing costs, adding pressure on the Chancellor before next month’s Budget.
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Business · LondonFTSE 100 closes lower as inflation data weighs
London's FTSE 100 index closed down 8.04 points on Wednesday, marking a 0.1% decrease. The decline followed a stronger-than-expected US inflation reading and ahead of key earnings reports from major technology firms.
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Council & Politics · LondonPoll: Labour leads, Reform UK second in 2028 mayoral race
A new poll for the 2028 London mayoral election places Labour in the lead with 33% support. Reform UK's candidate, Laila Cunningham, is shown in second place with 20% support, potentially challenging Labour in the final run-off.
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Business · LondonLondon stocks dip as Rightmove reports sharp August house price fall
London’s FTSE 100 fell 29.81 points on Monday as oil prices rose and housebuilders declined after Rightmove reported a 2% monthly drop in average asking prices. The jobless rate fell to 4.9% in the three months to June, but housing market pressures persist ahead of autumn.
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Culture & Arts · LondonMaddison starts for Tottenham as Van de Ven and Udogie miss pre-season
James Maddison made his first pre-season appearance for Tottenham in a closed-door friendly against Hoffenheim, while defenders Micky van de Ven and Destiny Udogie remain absent. The match at Hotspur Way follows a 3-0 win at the stadium and comes days before Spurs’ Premier League opener at Brentford.
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Council & Politics · WestminsterWestminster pubs face capacity cuts under new licensing rules
Westminster City Council’s draft licensing policy could force pubs in Soho, Covent Garden and Leicester Square to cut operating capacity by reducing standing areas. Pubs warn the changes threaten jobs and the area’s nightlife, while the Mayor of London and Downing Street oppose the plans. Consultation closes 9 August.
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Council & Politics · London£500,000 al fresco plan expands to 13 London boroughs including Brent
Thirteen London boroughs, including Brent, have received a share of £500,000 to expand al fresco dining and street events this summer. Deputy Mayor for Business Howard Dawber said demand from councils exceeded the funding, while footfall rose by up to 85% in some areas last year.
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Council & Politics · LondonKhan pledges £1.5m for Barnet youth as social media ban looms
Barnet children under 16 will be banned from TikTok, Snapchat and Instagram next year. Mayor Sadiq Khan has announced £1.5 million for summer activities, including football sessions with 11 London clubs, to reduce youth crime during the holidays.
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Business · LondonAldi plans £370m London expansion with 25 new stores in 2026
Aldi will invest £370 million in 2026 to open 25 new stores across Greater London, including Bromley, Lewisham and Elephant & Castle. The expansion aims to create jobs and improve access to affordable food, with store assistants earning at least £14.88 per hour inside the M25.
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WorldOil prices fall as Donald Trump signals Iran peace deal
Brent crude oil fell below 83 US dollars (£61.73) a barrel on Monday, marking a three-week low. The decline follows comments from Donald Trump suggesting that Middle East allies have outlined a deal to end the ongoing war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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WorldBrentwood Brick Festival brings Lego celebration to Brentwood Centre on 16 August
A one-day Lego festival at Brentwood Centre on 16 August will feature speed building competitions, master builder challenges and trader stalls. Tickets start at £6 for children and £8 for adults, with a £20 family ticket available online.
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Business · LondonJohn Lewis invests £800m to expand sports departments in 36 UK stores
John Lewis is relaunching sports departments in 36 stores, including Brent Cross, as part of an £800 million investment. The new 5,000 sq ft spaces will combine apparel, wearable tech, and recovery services, with free gait analysis for shoppers. The rollout begins this autumn.
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Culture & Arts · All LondonBrentford break club record to sign Mali midfielder Mamadou Sangare
Brentford have signed Mali international Mamadou Sangare from Lens for a club-record fee, surpassing the £42.5m spent on Dango Ouattara last summer. The 24-year-old midfielder arrives on a five-year contract with an option for a further year.
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Council & Politics · LondonBarnet transport and budgets to shift under London devolution plans
Barnet residents will see faster transport upgrades and council service changes after the government announced devolution plans giving London mayors control over a share of local income tax and business rates. The threshold for Whitehall approval on transport projects rises to £500m, affecting schemes like the West London Orbital linking Hendon.
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Council & Politics · WestminsterWestminster Council faces £160m budget gap after £100m government funding cut
Westminster City Council must close a £160 million budget gap after the UK government cut its funding by almost half over four years. A public survey runs until 30 September 2026 to guide spending cuts and council tax increases, which could triple bills for Band D properties.
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